News and Updates

Michele Discusses SR's Path to Transformative Change on 960 KNEW AM Radio

Friday, 10 May 2013 21:28

In Episode 94 of The Wendel Forum (originally aired on March 30, 2013 on 960 KNEW AM radio), Bill Acevedo, chair of Wendel Rosen’s sustainable business practice group, interviews SR director Michele McGeoy on Solar Richmond's path to creating a healthier, safer, and more sustainable community.

Solar Richmond's Current Work Featured in Video at Local Event

Tuesday, 30 April 2013 00:00

Solar Richmond (SR) was featured in this short video at a local event Chevron held today to recognize the six recipients of a 2011 Chevron grant award. The grant allowed for 25 participants to complete SR's commercial solar training program, for 16 graduates to receive jobs through SR's staffing services. Four individuals from the program were also recruited for SR's worker-owned cooperative solar company, Pamoja Energy Solutions, and we hope to bring 3-4 more individuals on before the end of the year. The following video highlights the very recent murder of graduate Dimarea Young, which reminds us all of the dire importance of this work for transformative change.

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Solar Richmond to Celebrate the Life of Graduate, Dimarea Young, April 18th

Thursday, 18 April 2013 00:00

Solar Richmond was devastated to lose one of our own last week. One of our recent graduates, Dimarea Young, was murdered less than a block from the Solar Richmond office last Tuesday.

A top student in the Brighter Futures Program, which offers a combination of education, mindfulness training, and meaningful work to young adults in Richmond, Dimarea completed the program in June of last year and was working towards his own brighter future.

Please join Solar Richmond in honoring his life
from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2013 at
2730 Maine Avenue in Richmond, CA.

Click here to read more about Dimarea.

Recruiting for Summer Youth Employment Program

Tuesday, 15 January 2013 00:00

Solar Richmond is offering a paid summer internship through the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) for Richmond youth ages 15-21. Participants will gain professional experience with community outreach, advocacy and professional communication skills in the field of energy efficiency and solar energy. Applications due by March 15th. Click here for more information

San Francisco GREEN FESTIVAL, Nov.10th-11th

Thursday, 01 November 2012 00:00

Where you can catch us:

Saturday, Nov. 10th, 1:00pm @ Green Business Stage
Akeele Carter on "Building Real Green Jobs in Bay Area"

Sunday, Nov. 11th, 1:00pm @ Green Living Stage
Michele McGeoy on "Solving the Job and the Climate Crisis" 

All Weekend @ Booth #1054
Drop by for a visit! Our team will be doing FREE Solar iQuotes

Click Here for More Information on the SF Green Fest

You're invited to join us now for our Fall Forward Move-a-thon!

Tuesday, 02 October 2012 21:13

Support health & sustainability in our community by taking a pledge of movement (biking, walking, dancing, etc.) until Thanksgiving. Working together, we can help Solar Richmond achieve their greater mission through generating essential community support and funding. Participating has many benefits - get fit & have fun, while giving back!

Check out our Fall Forward Move-a-thon Page to find out more and to join us today.

Women's Solar Training August 29th - September 8th 2011

Sunday, 12 August 2012 21:30

Click Here For Details

Join us for a Solar Home Tour

Saturday, 21 July 2012 00:00

Saturday, July 21st, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

5706 San Jose Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 (Directions)

Solar Richmond Director & Richmond resident, Michele McGeoy will show how solar panels power her home (PV & Thermal),yard features (fountain & lights), and electric vehicle.

For more information call or to sign-up to learn about affordable solar financing, click here or call (510) 253 - 2219.

Sign-up for the Final R3 Workshop

Saturday, 14 April 2012 00:00

Sign-up for the Final R3 Workshop to learn how Richmond homeowners can receive thousands of dollars in rebates for energy efficiency upgrades and solar installations. Over 100 Richmond homeowners have already signed-up to lower their utility bills and improve the health, comfort, and durability of their homes through the Richmond Recovery Rebate Program!

East Bay Green Jobs invites you to participate in their public speaking workshop

Thursday, 15 March 2012 00:00

Students of East Bay Green Job Corps/Brighter Futures Program invites you to participate in their public speaking workshop to offer them feedback on their presentations skills - and be prepared to enjoy a lively and moving experience. Click here to sign-up for the March 27th workshop from 1-3 at Solar Richmond or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , (510) 253 - 2221.